Is Tesla’s Model Y Ready to Outpace Toyota’s Bestsellers?

Electric vehicles are popular around the world
Tesla Model Y facelift model being prepared
What kind of change can we show?

Toyota’s Camry and Corolla have held the records as the world’s best-selling cars. These two models achieved historic sales figures as internal combustion engine vehicles, a testament to their performance and reliability. However, the rise of electric vehicles is now challenging their top spot, with Tesla emerging as a formidable competitor.

The Tesla Model Y has gained significant popularity worldwide, and any news of Juniper, its upcoming facelift model, quickly captures public interest. Although Elon Musk has indicated that we might not see Juniper until after 2024, widespread speculation exists about its expected performance and design. Let’s delve deeper into what’s anticipated.

Highland, the facelift model of Model 3, will share much of it
Possibility to resemble the overall design

According to insideEVs, an overseas electric vehicle media outlet, the overall design of the Tesla Model Y Juniper is expected to largely share the design of the recently launched Model 3 Highland (the facelift model of Model 3). The new headlight cluster, thinner taillights, side mirrors, and even wheel design are expected to be changed by sharing much with the Highland.

In particular, the front bumper is likely to appear similar to the Model 3 Performance, and the taillights and rear bumper will also show a glimpse of Highland’s design. Tesla changed the wheel design every time it released a new model, so Juniper is also expected to have a new design when unveiled.

No specific performance information is available
Improved ride comfort and driving range expected

The performance of the Model Y Juniper is not yet known in detail, and it is unclear when it will be revealed. However, it will achieve improved ride comfort through an improved suspension compared to the existing model and is likely to provide better acceleration and increased driving range than before.

The interior and convenience features will also be upgraded to the next level. The interior layout and functions were predicted to resemble Model 3 while maintaining the existing fabric materials. The most significant change will be the steering wheel. Most people said they would likely use the Model 3’s steering wheel as is.

Prolonged launch delay is inevitable
Consumers’ expectations are only rising

Despite being the world’s best-selling electric vehicle, the Tesla Model Y has a longer life cycle than expected. Rumors and information about Juniper’s launch have been coming out slowly for a long time, so now we’re just waiting for it to launch.

However, as Elon Musk stated, it will be challenging to see Juniper in 2024. Additionally, because Tesla is currently focusing on robotaxi (self-driving taxi) rather than focusing on Model Y, the official launch of Juniper is expected to take longer than expected.